Service Manager

Libby's Neighborhood Restaurant; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Quarterly Bonuses

Health Benefits

PTO – 2 weeks per year

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Libby's Neighborhood Restaurant is seeking a Service Manager to lead front-of-house operations and deliver a world-class guest experience. This fast-paced, high-volume role requires coaching a dynamic team and driving sales and guest satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in restaurant management, strong leadership and communication skills, and are prepared to work 50–55 hours weekly. Daily operations run year-round with a focus on hospitality and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of management experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proven ability to develop teams and drive results.
• Expected to work 50–55 hours per week.
• We are open every day of the year except Labor Day.

Responsibilities

• Drive profitability through operational excellence and cost control.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences with fast, accurate service.
• Hire, train and develop top-tier team members.
• Provide leadership, accountability, coaching, and feedback.
• Foster open communication and daily operations planning.
• Create a positive, fun, professional work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Hospitality excellence

Job description

Service Manager – Local Neighborhood Restaurant

We are a vibrant, high-energy neighborhood restaurant seeking an experienced Service Manager to lead our front-of-house operations and deliver a world-class experience for every guest. This is a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant, and we are looking for a passionate hospitality professional ready to lead by example, coach a dynamic team, and drive both sales and guest satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive Profitability: Ensure operational excellence, cost control, and compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Deliver Exceptional Guest Experiences: Maintain consistently high standards in both food and service, with a focus on speed, accuracy, and hospitality.
• Team Development: Hire, train, and develop top-tier team members who embody our values and culture.
• Leadership & Accountability: Set clear performance expectations and follow through with coaching, feedback, and support.
• Communication & Planning: Foster open communication between staff and supervisors, and effectively plan to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Culture Champion: Create a positive, fun, and professional environment that makes us the best place to work in the neighborhood.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of management experience in a high-volume, full-service restaurant
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proven ability to develop teams and drive results
• Passion for hospitality and service excellence
• Expected to work 50–55 hours per week, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• We are open every day of the year except Labor Day

Benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary (commensurate with experience)
• Quarterly Performance Bonuses
• Health Benefits available
• PTO – 2 weeks per year (available after 6 months of employment)
• Real opportunity for growth within a dynamic restaurant group